Network Architect

One of Insight Global’s customers is looking to onboard a Network Architect to their team. This person will function as a strategic Network Architect responsible for evaluating Southland's current network footprint, identifying improvement opportunities, and recommending technologies that align with the company's long-term roadmap. They will own vendor, product, and solution selection efforts, performing technical evaluations, proof of concepts, and cost-benefit analyses to determine the best technologies for the organization. The role will also support ongoing modernization initiatives including multi-cloud connectivity, wireless architecture, segmentation, security enhancements, and acquisition integration planning. On a daily basis, they'll partner with network operations, cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure teams to build deployment roadmaps, oversee implementations, and ensure new technologies are successfully adopted. They'll remain involved throughout the entire lifecycle—from evaluation and architecture through deployment and operational handoff—while continuously reviewing emerging technologies and vendor roadmaps to keep the environment aligned with future business needs. This is a remote role but travel will be required as needed to support offices, projects, and strategic initiatives.

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5+ years of experience in Network Engineering, Network Architecture, or Infrastructure Architecture roles
Strong background in network design, architecture, and R&D initiatives across enterprise environments
Experience evaluating, selecting, and integrating solutions across multiple vendors and technologies
Ability to assess current-state environments, identify gaps, and create future-state architecture roadmaps
Knowledge of multi-cloud networking, with strong exposure to Azure and cloud-based infrastructure
Experience supporting acquisitions, mergers, or large-scale technology integration initiatives
Strong understanding of LAN/WAN, wireless networking, SD-WAN, security, and enterprise connectivity
Hands-on involvement in Wi-Fi design and wireless architecture
Experience building deployment strategies and partnering with operations teams through implementation
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to make recommendations to leadership and stakeholders

Deep cloud architecture experience across Azure and additional cloud platforms
Experience integrating acquired companies into enterprise network environments
Micro-segmentation and Zero Trust architecture experience
Cisco Meraki experience
Palo Alto, SASE, or next-generation security platform exposure
CCNA or other networking certifications

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.